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On this incredible eight-day journey in South Korea, get a taste for this intriguing country, beyond the capital and the DMZ. Take in modern Seoul, glittering in the country’s north, then head south to coastal Busan, with a day trip back in time to Gyeongju’s ancient temples and artifacts. Cross the country again by high-speed rail, ending in the capital.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":21,"featured_media":53688,"menu_order":0,"template":"","trip_experiences":[14,15],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nEssential Seoul<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"On this quick but rich five-day journey in South Korea, take in the highlights of Seoul, while also learning about Korea's ancient traditions, and modern history. 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